birthmark
noun
birth·mark
ˈbərth-ˌmärk 
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The boy even has the distinct birthmark the toddler had on his cheek.
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Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
18 June 2026
He is described as having dark hair and eyes, as well as having a birthmark on his left upper shoulder.
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Latoya Gayle,
PEOPLE,
28 Apr. 2026
Hou is described as 5 feet 7 inches tall and about 170 pounds, with dark hair and a birthmark on his upper left shoulder.
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Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
27 Apr. 2026
Paeans to matters of the flesh — birthmarks, necks, genitals, odors, butt hair, the asymmetry of noses — accumulate thrilling details without worrying overmuch about expedience.
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Literary Hub,
2 Apr. 2026
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Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
18 June 2026
He is described as having dark hair and eyes, as well as having a birthmark on his left upper shoulder.
—
Latoya Gayle,
PEOPLE,
28 Apr. 2026
Hou is described as 5 feet 7 inches tall and about 170 pounds, with dark hair and a birthmark on his upper left shoulder.
—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
27 Apr. 2026
Paeans to matters of the flesh — birthmarks, necks, genitals, odors, butt hair, the asymmetry of noses — accumulate thrilling details without worrying overmuch about expedience.
—
Literary Hub,
2 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for birthmark
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“Birthmark.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/birthmark. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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birthmark
noun
birth·mark
ˈbərth-ˌmärk
: an unusual mark or blemish on the skin at birth
Medical Definition
birthmark
noun
birth·mark
ˈbərth-ˌmärk
birthmark
transitive verb
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